PGA DFS: Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024

Prepare for a challenging yet exhilarating week of golf as the PGA Tour descends upon the PGA National Resort Champions Course for the newly-named Cognizant Classic. Set against the stunning backdrop of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., this event promises to test the skills and resilience of even the most seasoned golfers.

After a huge week for our PGA audience, including one success story that resulted in a $1,200 payday for a listener, here is our complete breakdown and favorite plays from a PGA DFS perspective for the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024.

PGA DFS: Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024

Course Breakdown

• PGA National Resort Champions Course
• Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.
• Par 71
• 7,147 yards
• Bermuda fairways that demand precision off the tee, with danger lurking on the right side of the course. Players who can shape their shots right to left will have an advantage, navigating around the numerous bunkers and water hazards that come into play on 15 holes.
• Bermuda greens provide a challenging test of putting skill, with subtle breaks and undulations requiring careful attention.

Golfers can expect ideal playing conditions throughout the week, with highs in the low 80s and lows in the high 60s. Sunshine and gentle breezes will provide the perfect setting for a thrilling tournament.

The competition is expected to be fierce, with the projected winning score likely to fall around -15. Meanwhile, the cut line may range from +1 to Even par. Past champions, including Chris Kirk, Sepp Straka, and Matt Jones, reflect the tournament’s history of demanding play and exceptional performances from some unlikely names.

Stats to Build Around:

• Shots Gained Off the Tee
• Shots Gained Approach
• Shots Gained Putting (Bermuda Greens)
• Shots Gained Scrambling
• Proximity from 150-175 yards
• Bogey Avoidance
• Fairway Left Proximity

PGA DFS Strategy

Embrace a strategy of rostering a diverse lineup, focusing on players who have demonstrated consistency off the tee and on approach. Accuracy off the tee remains paramount, with right-to-left ball flight favored on this challenging course.

Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024 PGA DFS Plays

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High-Tier Plays ($9,000 & Above)

• Rory McIlroy ($12,200)
• Matthew Fitzpatrick ($10,600)
• Eric Cole ($9,900)
• Min Woo Lee ($9,600)

High-Tier Fades ($9,000 & Above)

• Russell Henley ($10,200)
• Tom Kim ($10,100)
• Sungjae Im ($9,700)
• Daniel Berger ($9,200)

Mid-Tier Plays ($7,600-$8,900)

• Matthieu Pavon ($8,700)
• Rasmus Hojgaard ($8,500)
• Alex Noren ($8,200)

Mid-Tier Fades ($7,600-$8,900)

• Denny McCarthy ($8,900)
• Jake Knapp ($8,400)
• Luke List ($8,100)

Low-Tier Plays ($7,500 & Below)

• Doug Ghim ($7,000)
• Davis Thompson ($6,800)
• Justin Suh ($6,800)
• Carson Young ($6,700)
• Alexander Bjork ($6,500)
• Bud Cauley ($5,500)

Low-Tier Fades ($7,500 & Below)

• Akshay Batia ($6,900)
• Thomas Detry ($6,900)
• Jhonattan Vegas ($6,600)
• Sami Valimaki ($6,600)

Check out all of our content for the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024:

• Between Bets: Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024 Outrights
• PropKings: Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024
• PGA DFS: Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024

Good luck this week! Thanks for checking out our PGA DFS picks for the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2024, and be sure to check out our golf crew live every Tuesday night at 8:30 p.m. EST on the 19th Hole! 

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